[Amazon joins AI safety discussion and calls for strict testing before model release] On September 18, Amazon reportedly stated that artificial intelligence models should only be released after rigorous testing. The company also joined the conversation about the pace of AI development after several top AI labs called for slowing down development due to security flaws. "We don't believe there's a binary choice between progress and security," said Amazon spokesman Tom Parnell. "Models should be released when they are ready and safe for use, and this requires rigorous testing and strong safeguards. Failure to do this together creates risks. We are confident that as an industry, working with governments, we will put in place appropriate safeguards."